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How to date when observing social distancing
Few of us want to give up on the idea of finding love and fun even during a global pandemic. We want our hearts to sing and to feel attractive. Sadly there is no rule book on how to date when observing social distancing. As in many areas of life, we are going through unprecedented times but we can still ramp up that loving feeling in lockdown. Online dating Some feel uncomfortable with the very idea of online dating via a dating site like the Guernsey dating site. However, we are in abnormal times and there is no doubt being in different places swapping messages on a dating website is…
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Helping Friends or Family Through the Loss of a Loved One
Image Source Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether that’s a pet, a friend, a family member or anyone else a person has had some sort of connection with. So, if a family member, friend or loved one experiences loss, you will need to step up to the plate to help them through the process. There are so many different things you can do to help someone during this difficult time – from emotional support to practical support. But often, it can feel difficult to know what’s the best thing to do. Here are a few suggestions that could prove useful for everyone involved. Offer Your Sympathy First and…
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Father’s Day Gifts from Peach Perfect
I love how special memories pop up in my Facebook feed from time to time. Today I logged on to see an old photograph of my father and I sitting together on a garden swing giggling away. Some photos just capture a lovely relationship and this is one of those. Sadly my father passed away in 2012. He was easy to buy presents for as he loved mustard, honey and books most of all. My husband is a trickier dad to buy for but I feel better now I have seen the Father’s Day gifts from Peach Perfect. So often online stores claim to have something for everyone but I…
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When Are Small Money Claims Worth The Effort?
Pixabay – CC0 Licence Small money claims may be on the rise, but that doesn’t mean you’re comfortable going to court. Like most people, you hate the idea of having to hire a solicitor and defend your actions in front of a judge. Plus, there are high costs to factor into the process. In 2015, the charges for civil fees skyrocketed by as much as 600%, so claiming for compensation must be affordable. Of course, the flip side is that you shouldn’t leave money on the table, not when you suffer due to another person’s negligence. With that in mind, these are circumstances when small money claims are totally…
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Beginner’s guide to managing money
My son will be heading to university soon. He is busy thinking what clothes he will need and making accommodation choices. Like most students, he will be managing on a limited budget. So we are having discussions around managing money and I came up with this beginner’s guide to managing money for him. I decided to share it in case it is helpful to my readers. Ensure you get your entitlements My son has applied for student finance. I wish a grants system was in place as it was when I went to university so that all students had reasonable life chances. Too many students from poorer backgrounds are put…
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10 Tips for Avoiding Loneliness While Social Distancing
Pixabay It’s a lonely time for everyone. With the coronavirus pandemic confining the UK population to their homes, many people across the country have been shut off from friends and family. Although the lockdown is beginning to ease, who knows when life will return to normal again? Our social interactions are restricted by distancing measures, and we can still get no closer than two metres to our loved ones. Most people are working from home or on leave, meaning they no longer have access to the camaraderie of the office. And with restaurants, social functions and public events all shut down, meeting new people is out of the question. For…
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My Top 10 Tips for Self-Care
Today I thought I would write a bit about self-care, and the importance of looking after ourselves- something which is particularly important during these tough times. We should always practice healthy self-care habits. But sometimes it is easier said than done to take the time to look after ourselves. This is especially true when working towards stressful deadlines, or when trying to entertain children all day. So these are a few helpful tips that can help you look after yourself, practising healthy self-care habits, and improving both your mental and physical health. Limit time on social media Social media can be fantastic for keeping in touch with loved ones and…
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Father’s Day: Being Dad-tastic in 2020
The comedian, the grill king, the problem fixer — the countless roles he fills is endless, but all in all, we can just refer to him as Dad. As we approach Father’s Day this year on June 21st, for anyone that may have forgotten, we thought we’d delve deep into what it means to be a dad in 2020, while offering a few tips on excelling in that all important paternal role. Modern-day dad Coming to football practice on a Saturday morning when they’ve just came off nightshift, to helping us learn how tectonic plates work ahead of our exam despite not knowing a thing about geography, there is no…
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3 Top Tips for Roof Maintenance
The roof is the thing that protects you and your home from all kinds of weather, bugs, animals and falling debris. Not many people seem to care for their roof as they should, neglecting it until a problem occurs. When this happens, they need to spend money and get a roofing company out to help them. These people will spend their time looking at things like a Roofing Directory to help make sure that they get the best one for them. Of course, problems will occur over time, as your roof ages you will need to replace it or fix any problems that happen whilst you live there. But there…
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3 Healthy Lifestyle Changes That Also Save You Money
We all know that we should be making healthier lifestyle choices, especially as we get older, but sometimes it’s tough. Sticking to a diet or keeping up with a new exercise routine is hard when you have a busy lifestyle and many people struggle to find the motivation. But what if you could make healthy lifestyle changes that save you money? Finding ways to improve your health and save money at the same time is a great way to help you stay motivated. If you set a savings goal and put the money towards something fun, like a holiday, it’s a lot easier to keep up with your health habits.…
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How to Pack for a Winter Destination
When people think of vacations, they often think of trips to warm destinations or something like a visit to the beach. Although summer definitely is a common time to take vacations, vacations can be just as great during the winter months as well. You can save money by traveling outside of peak travel times, or you could choose to have a great winter holiday giveaway. On the other hand you may be forced to travel during the winter for either business purposes or so you can complete a task such as scoping out Boston houses for sale for your relocation. In these winter scenarios, how exactly should you prepare? Here’s…
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Tips To Help Improve Your Credit Score
A credit score can be an important part of your adult life when it comes to making big expenditures such as buying a house or purchasing electronic items that you need but are a little more than what you can afford to pay off in one go. Credit scores improve the chances of you getting finance, so it’s important you know how to improve it. Here are some tips to help improve your credit score. Image Source Pay Back Anything Immediately Remember that anything you borrow is not your money, to begin with. Having that attitude can help you not to become complacent when using things like your credit card…
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A comprehensive beginners guide to embroidery
It is great to see lockdown restrictions easing and some glimmers of hope that we can beat Coronavirus. I get the sense soon we will be back to some sort of normal. Although the deaths and suffering are truly terrible, I hope we don’t lose some of the good stuff that has happened in this period. I have enjoyed returning to old hobbies and taking up new ones. Embroidery is a lovely pastime and one I encourage you to take up. It is brilliant for mindfulness and self-care. You get an opportunity to express yourself and be creative. Even better, you can make lovely things for your home and gifts…
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Eco-friendly t-shirts and art from Artful Sonder
Imagine starting a business in lockdown! As regular readers know I love to feature inspirational business women and their life stories on my blog. Frankie has just launched an Eco-friendly t-shirt and art print brand that’s based in the UK and operates online at https://artfulsonder.com/. The business designs all t-shirts and art in house and ensures the process is environmentally friendly and ethical from manufacturing, to the materials used, right down to the packaging. You can find out more about how the business strives to be an ethical, Eco-friendly brand here: https://artfulsonder.com/pages/sustainability What was your first career? What did you learn from this? I’ve actually worked within digital marketing for…
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5 Natural Ways To Minimise Menopause Symptoms
Image – CC0 Licence Some women can feel the stress of going through the menopause a little early in life. If you see the signs of menopause before your 50s you might feel that there is nothing that you can do about it. It’s one of those things that we can worry about but there are things that we can do to help reduce the symptoms of menopause. Taking Natural Supplements There’s a lot of natural approaches to minimising the symptoms of the menopause. What you really need is trusted health information that you can rely on from websites such as CFAH and the NHS. You can see there are…